Financial Capability Intern

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Job Description

Please note: This is an unpaid internship position. No financial compensation, including compensation for relocation, is available.

In addition to completing this application, interested applicants should email a resume, cover letter, and two letters of recommendation to [email protected] with “Financial Capability Intern” in the subject line.

BACKGROUND: Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee is a leading, non-sectarian, non-profit organization providing emergency relief, protection, rehabilitation assistance, resettlement services, and advocacy for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict. Domestically, our 26 offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency.

The Financial Capability Intern will assist IRC Financial Capability Coordinator with daily activities that contribute to the self-sufficiency of refugees, asylees and other humanitarian immigrants in the Salt Lake City area. This may include working individually with clients to build their financial literacy, access financial products, and help resolve some barriers that refugees face with the American financial system.

COMMITMENT: January to May 2022, 15-20 hours per week minimum. Optional extension available.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with Financial/Digital Financial Literacy courses that are taught in a monthly basis in different languages. Topics include: Credit and Identity Protection, Budgeting and Savings, Banking and Investing (Digital Banking), and Taxes and Record Keeping.

• Support clients with Digital Financial Literacy needs.

• Where relevant, assist in accessing financial products or internal IRC loan products as well with financial coaching under the direction of the Financial Capability Coordinator.

• Coordinate assessments to gain client feedback and report to manager on program improvement initiatives.

• Assist with Hospitality Link program that aids in pairing refugees with employment in the hospitality sector.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

1. The intern will gain professional experience in project coordination, program improvement, and data evaluation.

2. Hands on financial coaching and loan experience.

3. Leadership skills in program implementation for New Americans in regard to increasing financial digital literacy and accessing financial products.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS:

• Prior experience and interest working with refugees and immigrants preferred.

• Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment.

• Very strong written communication skills, including the ability to effectively distill and present complex information in a concise, accessible way.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and web-based applications (databases, Box).

• Fluency in English required. Bilingual ability in one of the predominant languages of the local client base is desired (particularly - Amharic, Arabic, Burmese, Dari, Spanish, Swahili, Tigrinya, Urdu).

This is an unpaid internship position. No financial compensation, including compensation for relocation, is available.

Interested applicants should email a resume, cover letter, and two letters of recommendation to [email protected] with “Financial Capability Intern” in the subject line.

IRC POLICIES & ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: In accordance with IRC’s duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards and our commitment to safeguard the health of our employees, clients, and communities, IRC requires candidates who are selected for interview to furnish proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be considered for any in-person role/position.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity: IRC is committed to building a diverse organization and a climate of inclusivity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Added 2 years ago - Updated 11 months ago - Source: rescue.org